…vine abodes” are the outwardly directed social attitudes — lovingkindness, compassion, sympathetic joy, and equanimity — developed into universal radiations which are gradually extended in range until they encom*]}*pass all living beings. The four immaterial states are the objective bases for certain deep levels of absorption: the base of infinite space, the base of infinite consciousness, the base of nothingness, and the base of neither-perception-no…
…ther he was tall, medium, or short… until I know whether he was dark, ruddy-brown, or golden-colored… until I know his home village, town, or city… until I know whether the bow with which I was wounded was a long bow or a crossbow… until I know whether the bowstring with which I was wounded was fiber, bamboo threads, sinew, hemp, or bark… until I know whether the shaft with which I was wounded was wild or cultivated… until I know whether the feath…
…le of how science is now examining the effects on the brain, and how it is actually re-molded by way of consistent meditation and mindfulness. I always find it amazing that it has taken science almost 2600 years to finally begin to understand what the Buddha taught. But will science ever be able to explain everything that Buddha taught? Will a greater analysis of the dhamma lead to mankind’s evolution? I would not even attempt to guess at that one…
…, but that I have a thirst for greater understanding and knowledge that is free of any blind faith. The first questions is in regard to the Tipitaka.The Tipitaka (Pali ti, “three,” + pitaka, “baskets”), or Pali canon, is the collection of primary Pali language texts which form the doctrinal foundation of Theravada Buddhism. The Pali canon is a vast body of literature that comprises thousands of printed pages. All of these teachings were passed alo…
…to School every day. I’ve been blessed to be a kid when I was a kid. And it’s fun to watch the new generation make their own memories now in a high-tech way. Groovy! May you be well, happy and peaceful….